Ways to download free online
movies & TV shows

There are many different ways to download free online movies and TV shows but which are the most suitable. Below are some simple charts, outlining the pros and cons of some of the more popular free techniques. If you are looking for a paid service, you should try CinemaNow which has a free trial.

Free download sites

Pros… Huge selection. Easy to use. You can upload your own movies.

Cons… Commercial material is not usually available.

 

Internet Relay Chat (IRC)

Pros… Plenty to choose from. Free. Good for browsing.

Cons… Difficult to use at first. You can be placed in a queue before downloading.

 

Direct Connect

Pros… Most new and popular downloads available. Free.

Cons… Not as easy to set up as other methods.

P2P networks

BitTorrent

Pros… New and popular movies & shows readily available. Free.

Cons… Older, more obscure things more difficult to find.

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'The Essential Guide to Downloading'